The cheapest and fastest buses from Veliko Tarnovo to Varna
Cheapest price
€14
Average price
€16
Fastest journey
3 h 30 m
Average duration
3 h 33 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
186 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Veliko Tarnovo to Varna is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Veliko Tarnovo to Varna will cost around €16 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €14.
Of the 3 buses that leave Veliko Tarnovo for Varna on Wed, Feb 04, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Feb 04 the direct buses cover the 186 km distance in an average of 3 h 33 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 30 m .
On Wed, Feb 04 the slowest buses will take 3 h 39 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.






Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Veliko Tarnovo to Varna
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Veliko Tarnovo to Varna among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €7. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 3h 20m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €7, and a bus costs an average of €14.
Distance: 186 km
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Most popular Bus | Train |
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€18 Average price | €10 Average price Cheapest |
3h 50m Average total duration Fastest 3h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 49m Average total duration 5h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Veliko Tarnovo to Varna bus times
The table below shows live departures for Veliko Tarnovo to Varna buses for today, Tuesday, February 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 1:00 PM Veliko Tarnovo | 3h30 | 4:30 PM Varna | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:31 PM Veliko Tarnovo | 3h39 | 9:10 PM Varna | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Veliko Tarnovo to Varna
Buses from Veliko Tarnovo to Varna run on average 20 times per day, taking around 3h 20m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €14 but you can travel from only €7 by train.
There are 20 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 01:00, the last at 23:00. The fastest bus covers the 186 km distance in 3h 0m.
Distance 186 km |
Average bus duration 3h 20m |
Cheapest ticket price €14 |
Buses per day 20 |
Direct buses 20 |
Fastest bus 3h 0m |
First bus 01:00 |
Last bus 23:00 |
Bus providers: Global Biomet, Group Plus, Infobus, ETAP Group from Veliko Tarnovo to VarnaYou can travel by bus between Veliko Tarnovo to Varna with Global Biomet, Group Plus, Infobus, ETAP Group for as low as €7. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
Global Biomet
Group Plus
Infobus
ETAP Group
FAQs: Bus from Veliko Tarnovo to Varna
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Veliko Tarnovo to Varna by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Varna, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- Global Biomet
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating.
- Group Plus
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible restrooms.
- Infobus
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Transport for wheelchairs and mobility aids.
- Global Biomet
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a full refund. No refunds for cancellations within 24 hours.
- Group Plus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a full refund. Cancellations within 24 hours incur a 50% fee.
- Infobus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a partial refund. Cancellations within 24 hours may incur a fee.
- Global Biomet
- One carry-on bag up to 10kg (55x40x20) and one checked bag up to 25kg (70x50x30).
- Group Plus
- One carry-on bag up to 10kg (55x35x25) and one checked bag up to 25kg (70x50x30).
- Infobus
- One carry-on bag up to 5kg (40x20x25) and one checked bag up to 20kg (50x30x80).
- Global Biomet
- 10€ per additional bag up to 20 kg.
- Group Plus
- 10€ per additional bag up to 20 kg.
- Infobus
- 10€ per additional bag.
- Global Biomet
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets must be leashed and muzzled.
- Group Plus
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets must be leashed and muzzled.
- Infobus
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets may require a separate ticket.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Veliko Tarnovo to Varna
- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Varna (in the station)
- Bistro Bulgaria (0.5 km)
- Restaurant Sea View (0.7 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 14, 22, 41, 148
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